Let’s be honest—money is like that one friend who promises to show up to your party, but when the time comes, they’re conveniently running late. And when they do finally show up, it’s usually with a flimsy excuse and barely enough for a decent gift. (Thanks for the last-minute candle, Money. Really nailed it.)

In a world where we clutch our wallets like they’re the last piece of chocolate in a crowded room, the idea of paying someone—like me, a life coach—just to ask you uncomfortable questions sounds… well, kind of absurd, right? But stick with me here.

So, Why Pay for Discomfort?

You’re already dealing with the discomfort of adulting. Bills, rent, groceries, remembering to wash your gym clothes more than once a month (seriously, they’re starting to stand up on their own). So why would anyone in their right mind pay to have someone sit across from them, look them dead in the eyes, and ask, “What are you really afraid of?”

The thing is, those uncomfortable questions are where the magic happens. The kind of magic that doesn’t involve pulling a rabbit out of a hat, but more like pulling your motivation out from under a pile of procrastination. And guess what? The person least likely to ask you those hard questions is… you. (Surprise!) We’re all experts at avoiding our own blind spots, like how you’re probably ignoring that overflowing inbox or that goal you said you’d start last January.

I don’t just ask questions. I ask the questions—the ones that make you squirm in your seat, rethink your priorities, and wonder if your “5-year plan” is really just a Pinterest board full of pictures of tropical vacations.

You’re Already Spending Money on Worse Things

In a world where cash feels like it’s evaporating faster than water on a hot skillet, we have to be mindful of where our money goes. But let’s get real for a second. You’ve probably spent good money on things that made zero sense in the grand scheme of life. A little too much on the latest gadgets, spontaneous snack runs that somehow added up to $60 (how does that happen?!), or maybe an online course you swear you’ll start “tomorrow.”

Why not take some of that money and invest it in someone who can help you get your life together—instead of yet another phone case that glows in the dark?

The ROI of Uncomfortable Questions

You see, those tough questions are like little emotional HIIT workouts. They’re not fun in the moment, but the results? Oh, the results! You might realize that you’ve been holding yourself back, playing small, or avoiding the things that would actually make your life better. And that’s where paying for this discomfort becomes more of an investment than an expense.

If I ask you, “What would your future self thank you for doing today?” and it gets you to stop doom-scrolling Instagram and start working on that project you’ve been sitting on, isn’t that worth it? I mean, who knows—future you might be living the dream because current you decided to get a little uncomfortable today.

Why It’s Hard to Spend Wisely

Here’s the thing: spending money wisely is tough. Money is a slippery little creature that seems to vanish at the speed of light (or tap), and budgeting often feels like trying to nail jelly to a wall. But if you’re going to spend your hard-earned cash, shouldn’t it be on something that actually moves you forward?

We live in a world that’s constantly screaming at us to buy more, do more, be more. A life coach like me, on the other hand, helps you strip all that noise away and get clear on what really matters. So yes, while the price tag might make you uncomfortable at first, the long-term benefits? Priceless. (And no, not in a cheesy credit card commercial way—I’m talking about the kind of priceless where you finally stop stressing about whether you’re doing this whole “life” thing right.)

Wrapping Up (Because You Gotta Go Check Your Bank Balance)

Paying someone to ask you uncomfortable questions in a world where money is hard to come by might seem like a strange use of your resources. But here’s the deal: it’s an investment in you—the one thing you can control in this wild, unpredictable world.

So, the next time you’re debating whether to splurge on something, ask yourself: “Will this help me grow?” If the answer is yes, then maybe it’s time to invest in that life coach (hint, hint). Because getting uncomfortable might just be the best thing you ever do for yourself—and your future bank account.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have some uncomfortable questions to prepare. You’re welcome in advance.

(P.S. Yes, you’re still allowed to buy that snack. You’ve earned it.)

In case nobody has told you today, you’re awesome. 
-Adam